2009 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
